Extreme heat can pose a danger to baseball players and fans. It’s also changing the physics of the game.
- Posted on July 25, 2025
- By Chicago Tribune
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Extreme heat can pose a danger to baseball players and fans. It’s also changing the physics of the game.
Researchers have found that warmer, less dense air lets batted baseballs fly farther — leading to a slight but measurable increase in home runs.
